Postcode Analysis Bromley, London

ROWAN WALK, BR2 8QN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROWAN WALK, BR2 8QN.

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Population

313

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 61,600 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BR2 8QN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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10/10
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5/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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10/10
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1/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BR2 8QN's low deprivation rank, 96% ownership, and £787k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £787k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 23.6% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BR2 8QN is a sought-after residential area on Rowan Walk, 0.5km from Keston Mark in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Bromley Common & Holwood ward and the Beckenham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BR2, BR2 8QN offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 96% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £787k, up 23.6% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for BR2 8QN are sourced from Output Area E00003224 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BR2 8QN. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 702,500

6 sales · Mean £ 743,333

Detached

£ 740,000

1 sales · Mean £ 740,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BR2 8QN has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences11
Vehicle crime10
Criminal damage and arson7
Burglary6
Anti-social behaviour4

school Local Schools

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Ravens Wood School

Good1616 pupils0.7 km
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Darrick Wood School

Good1713 pupils1.3 km
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Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School

Outstanding333 pupils1.3 km
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Darrick Wood Junior School

Good377 pupils1.3 km
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Trinity Church of England Primary School

Good384 pupils1.3 km
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Keston Church of England Primary School

Good175 pupils1.4 km
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Bishop Justus CofE School

Good1350 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Shell Bromley0.6 km
  • The Times0.6 km
  • Aces One Stop0.7 km
  • Argos At Sainsburys0.7 km
  • BP & M&S Simply Food0.6 km
  • + 6 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The British Queen0.6 km
  • Black Horse0.7 km
  • Bromley Common Cricket Club - The Grove0.7 km
  • Holmesdale Football Club0.7 km
  • Two Doves0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Cyprianis0.6 km
  • The Bank0.6 km
  • The Park Cafe0.7 km
  • Yasmin0.6 km
  • Cafe / Pie 'n' Mash0.6 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Locksbottom Kebabs0.6 km
  • Tom Bell Traditional Fish \& Chips0.6 km
  • The Great White Traditional Fish & Chips0.6 km
  • Sushi Gourmet0.7 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Lidl0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hayes (Kent)2.6 km
  • Petts Wood3.0 km
  • Orpington3.0 km